Minoxidil Aerosol, Foam
FDA Label NDC 51316-212

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Cvs Pharmacy for the product Minoxidil (NDC 51316-212). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding other, active ingredient, purpose, use, warnings, do not use if, otc - ask doctor, when using this product, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Drug Facts

Distributed by:
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

One CVS Drive
Woonsocket, RI 02895

Active Ingredient

Minoxidil 5% w/w (without propellant)

Purpose

Hair regrowth treatment for men

Use

to regrow hair on the top of the scalp (vertex only, see pictures on side of this carton)

Warnings

For external use only.

For use by men only.

Extremely Flammable: Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and immediately following application.

Do Not Use If

  • you are a woman
  • your amount of hair loss is different than that shown on side of this carton or your hair loss is on the front of the scalp. 5% minoxidil topical foam is not intended for frontal baldness or receding hairline.
  • you have no family history of hair loss
  • your hair loss is sudden and/or patchy
  • you do not know the reason for your hair loss
  • you are under 18 years of age. Do not use on babies and children.
  • your scalp is red, inflamed, infected, irritated, or painful
  • you use other medicines on the scalp

Otc - Ask Doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease

When Using This Product

  • do not apply on other parts of the body
  • avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse eyes with large amounts of cool tap water.
  • some people have experienced changes in hair color and/or texture
  • it takes time to regrow hair. Results may occur at 2 months with twice a day usage. For some men, you may need to use this product for at least 4 months before you see results.
  • the amount of hair regrowth is different for each person. This product will not work for all men.

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If

  • chest pain, rapid heartbeat, faintness, or dizziness occurs
  • sudden, unexplained weight gain occurs
  • your hands or feet swell
  • scalp irritation or redness occurs
  • unwanted facial hair growth occurs
  • you do not see hair regrowth in 4 months

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding

May be harmful if used when pregnant or breast-feeding.

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions

  • apply half a capful 2 times a day to the scalp in the hair loss area
  • massage into scalp with fingers, then wash hands well
  • see enclosed leaflet for complete directions on how to use
  • using more or more often will not improve results
  • continued use is necessary to increase and keep your hair regrowth or hair loss will begin again

Other Information

  • hair growth has been shown in a clinical study of men (mostly white) aged 18-49 years who used it for 4 months
  • see hair loss pictures on side of this carton
  • before use, read all information on carton and enclosed leaflet
  • keep the carton. It contains important information.
  • store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate container.
  • do not expose to heat or store at temperatures above 120°F (49°C).

Inactive Ingredients

butylated hydroxytoluene, cetyl alcohol, citric acid anhydrous, dehydrated alcohol, isobutane, lactic acid, n-butane, polysorbate 60, propane, purified water, stearyl alcohol

Questions?

  • Call 1-866-923-4914

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Compare to the
active ingredient
in Men's Rogaine®*
NDC 51316-212-01

MINOXIDIL
Topical Aerosol, 5%
(For Men)

Hair
Regrowth
Treatment

FOR MEN

  • #1 Dermatologist recommended
    active ingredient
  • Clinically proven to help
    regrow hair
  • Reactivates hair follicles
    to stimulate regrowth
  • 1
    month
    supply

    Unscented
    Easy-to-use foam

    NOT FOR USE BY WOMEN

    1 MONTH SUPPLY
    1-60 g (2.11 OZ) CAN

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